The 20,000-square-metre park is already 75 per cent complete, and although officials did not reveal the number of crocodiles that visitors can expect, Engineer Hussain Lootah, Director General of Dubai Municipality, previously explained that the park will feature a large variety of the predatory reptiles, including the Nile crocodile.

Gulf News previously reported that Crocodile Park will contribute to the development of eco-tourism in the emirate, and promote the preservation of the species in accordance with Cites (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) to protect endangered animals.

In addition to the entertainment aspect, the park will grant educational institutions – both schools and universities – andresearch centres with the opportunity to carry out excursions to the park.

Seminars are also expected to be offered to visitors as part of the municipality’s efforts to spread environmental awareness and to educate the public about natural sciences.